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C.H. Robinson

Lead Warehouse Associate

C.H. Robinson, Des Plaines, Illinois, us, 60019

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Position Summary C.H. Robinson is seeking a

Lead Warehouse Associate

to play a pivotal role in training, coaching, and overseeing our warehouse team. In this position, you'll ensure the safe and efficient loading and unloading of freight from trailers or ocean containers, maintaining the flow of materials within the warehouse. You will elevate our operations by implementing process enhancements, resolving issues, and achieving efficiency improvements. We're seeking an individual who is dependable, detail-oriented, and safety-minded, capable of thriving in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. If you're ready to make an impact and lead by example, apply now and join our team!

Duties and Responsibilities The duties and responsibilities of this position consists of, but are not limited to, the following:

Support warehouse supervisory team in adhering to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensure their implementation

Assist warehouse team in utilizing Warehouse Management System (WMS), including training and troubleshooting, to maintain efficient warehouse organization

Receive goods from customers and suppliers by offloading and loading vehicles, checking paperwork, weighing, measuring, and reporting discrepancies or damages

Operate stand-up, sit-down forklifts, and hand jacks for palletization, stretch wrapping, and banding of cargo

Load and unload trailers/ocean containers in a professional and damage-free manner

Prepare outbound loads by matching paperwork, labeling, and handling Unit Load Device (ULD) preparation

Sign off Bills of Lading accurately, verifying counts and damages

Stage cargo within the warehouse safely and orderly

Maintain warehouse cleanliness and organization standards through general housekeeping

Ensure quality standards are met according to standard operating procedures (SOP) or customer requirements, including reworking or recouping freight

Contribute to the development of new SOPs related to new business, products, or process changes

Site Specific: Regular duties include cross‑functional areas such as receiving, loading, picking, shipping, etc.

Site Specific: Completion of weekly bond checks

Site Specific: Execute Dock‑to‑Stock procedures and regulations at all times, maintaining building perimeter security and challenging anything or anyone untoward

Site Specific: Handle bonded import freight into the External Temporary Storage (ERTS) facility in accordance with regulations and breakdown of inbound ULD’s as required

Qualifications Required

Must be at least 18 years old

Minimum 2 years of previous warehouse operations experience

Possess good physical stamina and coordination

Could be required to stand and/or walk for long periods daily while frequently bending, twisting, reaching, and periodically lifting up to 50 lbs.

Certified forklift operator

Applicants in a warehouse role must complete a pre‑employment drug screen as part of a conditional job offer

Site Specific: Ability to work flexible hours and days

Preferred

High School Diploma or GED

Familiarity with Bills of Lading, Shipping Manifests, Delivery Orders, etc.

Excellent verbal communication skills

Site Specific: Ability to speak Spanish

Values a diverse and inclusive work environment

We will review applications for this role on an ongoing basis and encourage all interested candidates to apply at their earliest convenience.

Compensation Range $19.95 - $31.59

The base pay range displayed on the job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base pay for this specific location. Your individual base pay within this range is determined by job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base pay only and do not include additional variable compensation.

Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that some individuals may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we’re building an inclusive workplace where all employees feel they belong. If this position excites you, we welcome you to apply whether you check all the preferred qualifications or just a few. You may just be our next great fit!

Equal Opportunity C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace and performance culture that reflects the strengths of our worldwide marketplace. We value unique experiences and diverse backgrounds of our people within our company, our business relationships, and our communities. We’re committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.

EOE\Disabled\Veteran

Benefits Your Health, Wealth and Self Your total wellbeing is the foundation of our business, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. We provide the top‑tier benefits that matter to you most, including:

Three medical plans which include:

Prescription drug coverage

Enhanced Fertility benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)

Dental and Vision

Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability

Paid observed holidays

2 paid floating holidays for U.S. hourly employees

Flexible Time Off (FTO) offered to U.S. salaried employees — no accruals and no caps. Paid Time Off (PTO) offered to all other employees in the U.S. and Canada

Paid parental leave

Paid time off to volunteer in your community

Charitable Giving Match Program

401(k) with 6% company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team‑building opportunities

Learn more about our benefit offerings on our BENEFITS & WELLBEING page

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